Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayview Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco, CA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bayview Heights area of San Francisco.

close
View Me
HQ
Rent Specials
from $2,199Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

HQ

1532 Harrison StSan Francisco, CA 94103
Transit Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

Bayview Heights, San Francisco, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bayview Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayview Heights area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Edgewater priced from $2,669. 855 Brannan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,680. Here are the most affordable Bayview Heights apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EdgewaterYerba Buena E1BStudio,1BA$2,669
855 BrannanS3Studio,1BA$2,680
The BradyS1.0Studio,1BA$2,740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayview Heights, CA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bayview Heights area is the $4.39 price per square foot TH3 Model at Alta Potrero in the in the Sunnyside neighborhood starting from $4,577. The second greatest value Bayview Heights apartment is the A23 Model at L Seven starting at $4,080 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the South Of Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayview Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alta PotreroTH31BR,1BA$4.39
L SevenA231BR,1.5BA$4.00
4346 3rd St, Unit 3rd St4346 3rd St2BR,1BA$4.47
WaterbendA-2x12BR,1BA$4.43
HQOne Bedroom A1C1BR,1BA$4.71
The BradyA1.61BR,1BA$7.98
Channel Mission BayStudio E1GStudio ,1BA$6.02
EdgewaterYerba Buena E1AStudio ,1BA$4.97
855 BrannanS3Studio ,1BA$5.75
ChorusStudio AStudio ,1BA$8.29

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bayview Heights, San Francisco, CA

Ranked #60

Among neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayview Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bayview Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bayview Heights is at Edgewater listed at $2,650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayview Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayview Heights Apartment is $2,899 at HQ.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bayview Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayview Heights is starting from $3,503 at Waterbend.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent article

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.